Greatest danger Quote by Johann David Wyss
““Their greatest danger was in the disbelief of their teachers. Though every one had a copy of the law, few read it; all were ready, by some excuse, to avoid this duty. Some asserted they knew it, yet never thought on it: some called these the laws of past times; not of the present. Other said the Great King did not regard the actions of his subjects, that he had neither mines nor dungeons, and that all would certainly be taken to the Heavenly City.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Swiss Family Robinson, 1812
Neglecting to study law leads to moral decay; ignorance of duty erodes society.
In simple terms: Ignoring law harms community.
Key Takeaway
Study and apply rules.
Themes
law
morality
education
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- government
- schools
- family upbringing
- community leadership
Key Concepts
civic duty
ethical responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we ignore important teachings?
- How can we encourage active engagement with law?
A Different Perspective
People may resist learning due to convenience.
